PROGRAM ANALYST (JOINT EXERCISE PLANNER)

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Training and Exercise Planner providing planning, analysis, design, development implementation, and evaluation of training events for both internal and external audiences; to sustain joint force readiness throughout the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility and to develop, plan, and prepare to execute battle staff training and exercises.

Duties

• Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the USCENTCOM training and exercise program. Develop goals and objectives that integrate organization and USCENTCOM training objectives that meet National Defense Strategy objectives and Command CENTCOM Campaign Plan objectives. Research, interpret, analyze and apply U.S. military and USCENTCOM area of responsibility host nation military requirements and capabilities. Meet with key exercise coordinating officials to assess planning progress, explain USCENTCOM Command policy and procedures, and resolve challenges that arise. Responsible for providing key input and shaping guidance on the design, planning, coordination, and execution of the Command's Battle Staff Exercises and Mission Rehearsal Programs that prepare USCENTCOM, Combined and Joint Task Force Staffs. Assist with the development of budgets for the Exercise Program and provide in-direct oversight and briefings on the OSD Joint Training Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP) ($240 million (FYDP) and USCENTCOM Title 10 Section 321, Training with friendly foreign countries.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Group Standard for Administrative & Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level (or other equivalent pay systems) in federal service which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position being filled. Specialized experience is experience which may have been gained while managing, coordinating, and assessing the productivity, effectiveness, and efficiency of large scale, complex training and exercise programs that are critical to achieving objectives; enhancing readiness across multinational, coalition, and partner organizations and planning, managing, and coordinating complex training and exercise programs that are critical to achieving command/organizational objectives. To view qualification requirements, click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/management-and-program-analysis-series-0343/ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques, management principles, methodologies, and financial management directives, to effectively plan, execute, and evaluate exercises and programs. 2. Knowledge and practical experience in combat and non-combat operations, including Joint Exercise and Training processes, to oversee strategy development, policy implementation, and long-term planning for Mission Rehearsals and crisis response exercises. 3. Knowledge of the Joint Training Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP) processes and capabilities, supporting organizational exercise and training requirements, and ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and accurate program assessment. 4. Skill and ability to plan and organize complex exercises and provide technical expertise in the execution and evaluation of battle staff training events. 5. Ability to analyze and adjust work operations across multiple organizational segments, ensuring program requirements and objectives are met through efficient resource allocation and reallocation. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior leadership ensuring clarity in conveying policy, planning, and operational recommendations. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/11/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13051148 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.